Loading...
Market
Story
Elon Musk's Block Function Change on X Sparks Safety Concerns, May Violate App Store Policies
Oct 16, 2024, 10:04 PM
Elon Musk is implementing changes to the block function on X, formerly known as Twitter, sparking widespread concern among users. Under the new policy, blocking will only prevent users from interacting with the blocker, but will not stop them from viewing the blocker's tweets. Many users, particularly women and those who have faced stalking or harassment, argue that this change will make the platform less safe. Some point out that the move could violate Apple and Google's app store policies, which require a block feature. Critics suggest that the decision is ill-advised, could increase targeted harassment, and may cause users to leave the platform. Some speculate that the change is motivated by the fact that Elon Musk is the most blocked user on the site.
View original story
Similar markets
Political Content • 25%
Platform Changes • 25%
Privacy Concerns • 25%
Other • 25%
Toxic content • 25%
Lack of engagement • 25%
Platform instability • 25%
Other • 25%
Jurisdiction Change • 25%
Platform Policies • 25%
Platform Culture • 25%
Other Reasons • 25%
Algorithm changes • 25%
Increased toxicity • 25%
Privacy concerns • 25%
Other • 25%
Privacy concerns • 25%
Innovative features • 25%
Integration with X platform • 25%
Other • 25%
Political reasons • 25%
Privacy concerns • 25%
Platform policies • 25%
Other • 25%
Privacy concerns • 25%
Feature changes • 25%
Community guidelines • 25%
Other • 25%
Privacy Concerns • 25%
Switching to Competitors • 25%
Technical Issues • 25%
Other • 25%
Cost reduction • 25%
Better talent acquisition • 25%
Proximity to Elon Musk's ventures • 25%
Other • 25%
Elon Musk • 25%
Kim Kardashian • 25%
Barack Obama • 25%
Other • 25%
Privacy concerns • 25%
Performance issues • 25%
Lack of features • 25%
Other • 25%
Privacy Concerns • 25%
Performance Issues • 25%
Lack of Usefulness • 25%
Other • 25%